Roughly two months ago, Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Bronwyn Newport remembered her worth. Shortly thereafter, she left Todd Bradley in the wind. It’s fine, Todd’s (allegedly) used to living in wafts. Regardless, Bronwyn is moving on to Brandon Good, a model with abs and a solid face card. And now, a moment of silence for her upgrade.

Fans are LOVING this for Bronwyn. On RHOSLC, Todd’s character was either a love-him-or-leave-him type. Was Todd a grounding presence, or was he more of a dismissive, controlling sort? That was always the question, but in her second season, Bronwyn seemingly leaned into the latter, hence her big separation reveal at the end of Season 6.

Now, Bronwyn’s moving forward. And, per usual, she’s going all in with her latest fashion accessory, because why wear a normal piece of arm candy when you can tout a poised, well-dressed man instead? To celebrate Bronwyn’s liberation, here’s the tea on all things Brandon.

Bronwyn Newport’s new boyfriend is model Brandon Good

Bronwyn and Brandon are a new thing, but a good thing. However, the path from Todd to Brandon wasn’t always clear. But as Bronwyn finally realized, she and Todd “weren’t working forward anymore; we weren’t a team anymore. I was just like PR for him.”

So, as sad and nuanced as it was for Bronwyn to walk away from her marriage, off she still went. And after she did, life rewarded her by sticking a model directly in her path. According to a source, “They’ve been seeing each other for a few weeks. It’s new, but they’re enjoying getting to know one another. Bronwyn’s really happy.”

On his since-expired Instagram stories, Brandon shared a vague shot of himself in an elevator, captioned, “Date night, Chicago Broadway opening.” Brandon understands the assignment. As fans quickly realized, he was clocking in to help Bronwyn support her costars, since this date night was in honor of Whitney Leavitt’s Broadway debut. Like many other Bravo stars, Whitney is currently portraying Roxie Hart, the fictional, limelight-loving protagonist slash “murderess” in Chicago, on Broadway.

And after, as seen above in the third image of his latest post, Brandon and the equally fashionable Bronwyn hit up the runways of Paris’ Fashion Week, looking like an expensive, well-oiled unit.

How old is Bronwyn Newport, and what is Brandon Good’s age?

Is Bronwyn entering her cougar era, or are she and Brandon similarly aged? Either way, it’s their prerogative, but Bronwyn is older. She celebrated her 40th birthday last September. Meanwhile, Brandon is 32 years old.

Brandon had a small-town upbringing, living just outside the borders of western Pennsylvania. But after a local photographer snapped a few images of him, Brandon’s entire world changed. You see, this photographer sent Brandon’s pictures to an agency in Manhattan. And shortly after, Brandon signed on to model with firms in New York, Milan, Brussels, and Los Angeles.

When not modeling or dressing up with Bronwyn, Brandon is adding to his portfolio, which includes music videos for well-known artists like Troye Sivan, Iggy Azalea, and Mariah Carey. He can also be found working on his Good Model podcast, alongside Straz, “a coming soon” site built to help aspiring actors with their craft.

In an interview with MMSCENE Magazine in 2019, Brandon labeled his mother as his “hero,” and he also noted that “Love is the only thing” our world needs. Brandon also admitted that he shares “Very little” of his personal life online. Bronwyn is already on his grid, so this romance is looking promising, no?

Bronwyn has been celebrated for her “upgrade” after leaving husband Todd Bradley

Most fans are standing in support of Bronwyn. In fact, there’s already an entire thread of cheerleaders hyping up her new romance over on Reddit. Here, one Redditor commically penned, “She deserves to look at something pretty for a change.” But another nearly gagged me when quoting Chanel Ayan, noting that Bronwyn “deserves someone young and good cock and respects her.”

As for Brandon’s pros, “He looks to be gout-free!” He’s also “fine FINE.” And as one woman on a similar journey wrote, “This is the kind of glow-up I love for us post-separation/divorced girlies!!” But most importantly, “She is well rid of that abusive daddy figure she was married to.”

However, a growing number of fans are starting to dissect this storyline, suggesting that “This is not her man. This is hired help.” To explain, last year, Luann de Lesseps posed for the cover of Playgirl Magazine. And at her side, wearing only a pair of form-fitting underwear, was Brandon.

“So he’s a housewife hopper,” one Redditor sighed. Agreeing, another clocked that “they know him irl and that he’s wanted to get famous for a long time.” Even still, it “Sounds like he’s willing to be a placeholder for the attention,” and “Bronwyn deserves some fun.” So, either way, this romance is currently a win-win situation for both parties.

The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City is streaming on Peacock.

TELL US – ARE YOU SO EXCITED FOR BRONWYN? ARE YOU FEELING APPREHENSIVE ABOUT BRANDON’S INTENTIONS, OR NEH, LET THEM COOK?

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Season 3 of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives featured the ladies of MomTok trying to reunite the group. However, there were friendship rifts and betrayals to address. And Whitney Leavitt eventually returned in Season 3, stirring up drama and threatening to start her own MomTok.

However, when Whitney suddenly started filming for Season 3, it was for one reason only. She wanted a chance to rumba in the Dancing with the Stars ballroom. So, to audition, she rejoined SLOMW.

Naturally, the other cast members were floored that Whitney admitted that she only came back for that reason.

SLOMW Season 4 is right around the corner

Both Whitney and her fellow SLOMW co-star Jen Affleck joined Season 34 of DWTS. Whitney’s performances were impressive. She and her partner, pro Mark Ballas, were front-runners for most of the season. However, they were voted off just shy of the DWTS finale.

Meanwhile, she nabbed the role of Roxie Hart in Chicago. That means that Whitney will make her debut on Broadway on February 2, 2026. And she has been prepping for her moment in the spotlight.

Recently, Whitney spilled some dirty soda about the upcoming season of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. “People are gonna be able to see behind the scenes of my Dancing with the Stars journey, which I think is really cool,” Whitney told PEOPLE. “Not a lot of people have been able to see that, so I’m excited.”

Since landing the role of Roxie, Whitney has been leaning on her former DWTS partner, who has Broadway experience. Of course, Mark appeared in Jersey Boys as Frankie Valli. Whitney explained that Mark was “a huge advocate and motivator for me to go after it and really give it my all.”

Plus, Whitney has also gotten advice from Vanderpump Rules alum Ariana Madix. The Pump Rules star played Roxie in Chicago for two successful runs in 2024. “My go-to for advice has been Ariana,” Whitney stated.

The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives is streaming on Hulu and Disney+.

TELL US – ARE YOU EXCITED FOR SEASON 4 OF SLOMW? ARE YOU GLAD THAT WHITNEY WILL BE PART OF THE CAST?

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As 2025 comes to a close, it is once again time for the annual Reality Tea Awards! While reality shows feature many lovable heroes, they often include some villains as well. With the drama of reality television, it’s nearly impossible to have any type of show without at least a few villains. 

2025 saw dozens of reality television villains, although some stood out over others. While there were many to choose from, I’d stood out above the rest. Without further ado, here are the nominees and winners for the Reality Tea 2025 Villain of the Year Award!

Nominee: Gino Palazzolo – 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After?

While the 90 Day Fiancé franchise saw multiple villains in 2025, Gino Palazzolo ultimately emerged as a standout. During 90 Day: The Last Resort Season 2, Gino agreed to have an open marriage with his wife, Jasmine Pineda. Shortly after the open marriage began, Gino kicked Jasmine out when he felt that she was breaking the rules. He continuously accused her of cheating before the agreement, although he didn’t have any proof.

During 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? Season 9, Gino violated the open marriage agreement by dating another woman without telling Jasmine. Despite Jasmine trying to make amends with him, Gino refused to take her back. When Jasmine finally moved on with Matt Branistareanu, Gino was bitter, despite rejecting Jasmine. Gino went as far as trying to report Jasmine for immigration fraud. All of his controversial actions made Gino quite the reality villain in 2025.

Nominee: Whitney Leavitt – The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, Dancing with the Stars

Whitney Leavitt became a villain on not one, but two different reality shows in 2025. After redeeming herself on The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 2, Whitney became a villain again during Season 3. Whitney was on bad terms with many women in the group and threatened to break away to create her own MomTok. She also indicated that she only came back for a chance to be on Dancing with the Stars, which rubbed some viewers the wrong way.

It turned out that Whitney was chosen to compete on DWTS Season 34, along with her co-star Jen Affleck. Whitney did well in the competition, but struggled with fan votes. She became controversial due to her previous dance experience as well as a failed social media giveaway. When Jen got eliminated, fans were convinced that Whitney laughed and smirked upon hearing the news. Whitney didn’t present herself in the best light during SLOMW Season 3 or DWTS Season 34, earning her a nomination as a 2025 reality villain.

Nominee: Tamra Judge – The Real Housewives of Orange County

Tamra Judge had a problematic run on The Real Housewives of Orange County Season 19, earning her a spot on our villains list. Throughout the season, Tamra was considered a bully by several of her co-stars. Tamra had feuds with several of the women on RHOC Season 19, most notably with Gretchen Rossi. While Tamra opened up about going to therapy, some fans felt that she still acted harshly.

The biggest scandal Tamra was involved in this year was allegedly leaking information to the press. An anonymous source claimed that Tamra was giving bloggers inside information, which she denied. However, the information consisted of things that only the RHOC cast would be familiar with. Between her bullying and the leaking allegations, Tamra was quite the reality villain in 2025.

Nominees: Amber and Trent Johnston – 7 Little Johnstons

Amber Johnston and her husband, Trent Johnston, are a controversial couple. They star on 7 Little Johnstons, along with their five children. While four of the children currently live at home, Amber and Trent’s eldest daughter, Anna Johnston, has her own home. Since the beginning of the series, Anna has consistently been treated like the black sheep of the family. However, the poor treatment of Anna has hit an all time high on 7 Little Johnstons Season 16. 

Anna decided to take a break from the family after they continuously got mad at her over small things. Viewers have noticed that Amber and Trent are way harder on Anna than on their other four children. Amber and Trent have also tried to turn Anna’s siblings against her and have stopped including her in family events. Many fans only watch the show for Anna, as they find Amber and Trent’s behavior to be inexcusable.

Winner: Joe Ferrucci – Love Is Blind

While there were many reality television villains in 2025, Joe Ferrucci wins our villain of the year award. Joe was featured on Love Is Blind Season 9, where he became engaged to Madison Maidenberg. While their connection was strong in the pods, things weren’t as romantic when the couple met in person.

Joe was open about not being physically attracted to Madison, to the point where it was just mean. He claimed he was typically attracted to thinner women, which was completely inappropriate. If looks were so important to Joe, he should’ve never gone on a show like Love Is Blind. Joe eventually broke things off with Madison, who was heartbroken by everything that went down. Madison later opened up about developing an eating disorder as a result of Joe’s comments, which is heartbreaking. 

TELL US – WHO DO YOU THINK WAS THE BIGGEST REALITY VILLAIN OF 2025?

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It’s officially time for the second annual Reality Tea Awards. 2025 was an amazing year for reality television. This year saw many unforgettable moments for dozens of reality shows. While reality television is meant to be fun and, of course, a little dramatic, it can also be shady at times.

2025 saw many shady moments on unscripted TV, although some were more memorable than others. We present to you the top five shadiest moments of the year, with the winning moment featuring a little extra shade. 

Nominee: Any Aguirre deciding to marry Matt Jlassi over Amani Jlassi – 90 Day Fiancé Season 11 

Any Aguirre was a part of the first ever 90 Day Fiancé throuple on Season 11, along with Matt Jlassi and Amani Jlassi. In order to bring Any to America, Matt and Amani planned to divorce so that one of them could apply for a K1 visa for Any. When Matt and Amani arrived in Mexico to visit, Any confided in Amani that she loved her more than Matt. This led Amani to work on helping Matt and Any bond, despite her jealousy. 

At the end of the trip, Any had to decide if she wanted to marry Matt or Amani. While all three were close, Amani was sure that Any would choose her. Amani was blindsided when Any admitted she wanted to marry Matt instead, which she didn’t take well. Amani’s reaction was understandable, as this was shady of Any. It’s ok that she wanted to marry Matt, but she shouldn’t have led Amani on to think they had a stronger connection.

Nominee: Sage Ahrens-Nichols and Kristina Mills blindsiding Steven Ram – Survivor 49

Survivor is famous for backstabbing blindsides, although one particular blindside from this year stands out above the rest. Throughout Survivor 49, alliances have shifted. Nonetheless, Steven Ramm, Sage Ahrens-Nichols, and Kristina Mills consistently worked together since the Merge. They made it to the final six, where they were faced with their rival alliance, including Savannah Louie, Rizo Velovic, and Sophi Balerdi.

At the final six, Steven, Sage, and Kristina had several options due to Steven’s block-a-vote advantage. They could’ve taken a shot at either Sophi or Rizo, since Savannah won immunity. Instead of sticking with Steven, however, Sage and Kristina decided to blindside him and vote him out. This shocked Steven, who admitted to being hurt by the move. While Sage claimed that she voted for Steven since she didn’t think she could beat him, getting rid of him put her game in jeopardy. While there are many shady moments on Survivor, this one took the cake for 2025.

Nominee: Whitney Leavitt admitting she came back to The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 3 to be cast on Dancing with the Stars

Whitney Leavitt was a controversial figure in reality television this year. Her shadiest moment, however, was a confession she made during The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 3. Whitney admitted that she had taken some time away from MomTok and wasn’t sure that she would return to film. She then revealed that she only decided to come back to Season 3 for a chance of being cast on Dancing with the Stars Season 34.

While some viewers defended Whitney, many felt that this was a sneaky move on her part. Whitney admitted to using Secret Lives of Mormon Wives for other opportunities, which is pretty shady. The week after Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 3 aired, Whitney was voted off DWTS. Many fans speculated that it wasn’t a coincidence. 

Nominee: Grant Ellis breaking up with Litia Garr after suggesting he stop the show and leave with her – The Bachelor Season 29 

Grant Ellis quickly became one of the more controversial leads of The Bachelor after his run on Season 29. Throughout the season, Grant developed a quick and passionate connection with Litia Garr. She was the clear front-runner all season. It was a shock when Grant decided to end things with her at the final two to propose to Juliana Pasquarosa instead.

During After the Final Rose, Litia revealed just how blindsided she was by the breakup. Litia explained that Grant had suggested ending the season to leave with her a few weeks in, which made her confident that he would choose her. Before the day of the proposal, Litia told Grant that they were getting engaged the next day, to which he agreed. It was wrong of Grant to lead Litia on so much if he wasn’t sure he would choose her. While The Bachelor does date several women, the things Grant said to Litia were highly inappropriate and misleading.

Winner: Britney Haynes voting Danielle Reyes off The Traitors Season 3 

That’s right! The ultimate shadiest reality moment of 2025 comes from no other than The Traitors Season 3. At the beginning of the season, Danielle Reyes wasn’t thrilled to see that Britney Haynes was one of her fellow cast mates. Britney had previously blindsided Danielle on Big Brother, which Danielle was still hurt by. However, when Danielle was given the chance to recruit another Traitor, she offered Britney the position. This helped the women to rekindle their friendship, and they became close again.

At the final six, however, things took a rapid turn. At the round table, the vote was tied between Danielle and Lord Ivar Mountbatten. Britney initially voted for Ivar, but changed her vote to Danielle on the revote. Her vote ended up being the reason that Danielle got banished, as Dolores Catania kept Ivar as her vote. Danielle was blindsided by Britney once again and didn’t hesitate to show how hurt she was. While it’s understandable that Britney wanted to vote out Danielle for her own reasons, it was nonetheless quite a shady moment.

TELL US – WHAT DO YOU THINK WAS THE SHADIEST REALITY MOMENT OF 2025? 

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Whitney Leavitt has certainly been keeping busy! The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star went from reality TV competitions to an upcoming Broadway debut, and now, she will be starring in an upcoming holiday movie. Her Christmas rom-com is due out in 2026.

Whitney Leavitt will star in a new film debuting in 2026

Many fans were upset when Whitney was eliminated during Season 34 of Dancing with the Stars. But they didn’t need to worry. Whitney has several exciting projects in the pipeline that she’s been sharing since leaving the competition.

She announced her upcoming Broadway debut starting in February 2026. She’s set to play Roxie Hart in Chicago, following in the footsteps of the reality stars who have played the iconic role. Whitney will be doing a limited six-week engagement at the Ambassador Theater in New York City.

Another big project for the SLOMW star? A holiday movie! According to PEOPLE, when Whitney left DWTS she began production on All For Love, a romantic comedy by Ninth House Productions. This is the reality star’s first-ever feature film. She will also be an executive producer on the film.

In the film, Whitney plays Winona, a popular young podcaster look for love online. She meets Luke, played by Jesse Kove, in real life, and the romantic sparks fly. In images released, the two look cosy with a tangle of Christmas lights.

Whitney is thrilled to be acting in her first movie. She even posted a reel on her social media to show that this is something she’s wanted to do for some time. The text on the reel says, “Walking on set to star in my first movie, but remembering that every no mattered…” The reel then showcases a compilation of online auditions through the years.

In her caption, Whitney wrote, “The hardest part? Not giving up!” 

Whitney has also opened up about loving acting in recent interviews. She mentioned she would love to be in a live-action version of Anastasia.

“I feel like everything that I’ve been manifesting feels more within reach,” she said. “Like I can see it and it’s there and I’m reaching it and I’m going after it. And I’m just so grateful.”

The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 3 is available to stream on Hulu and Disney+.

TELL US – ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO WHITNEY’S MOVIE DEBUT? WOULD YOU WANT TO SEE HER IN MORE FILMS?

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“The name on everybody’s lips is gonna be Roxie…” Roxie Hart, a fictional nightclub dancer in the longstanding hit musical, Chicago. Chicago first hit the legendary stages of Broadway in 1975, where it quickly amassed a revolving door of celebrities, each cast as Roxie. But in 2006, the first reality television star entered this chat. And most recently, Whitney Leavitt signed on, making her one of six reality television stars to perform as Roxie at the Ambassador Theatre in New York City.

From Bravo to Peacock to Hulu, these faux-Roxies are all talented. From singing and dancing to simply being a force that draws crowds in, these stars all had the chops needed. In chronological order, these are the six reality TV personalities able to say, “I’m a star… and the audience loves me,” on Broadway.

Ashlee Simpson

In 2006, Ashlee Simpson needed a win. Her lip-synching scandal was still fresh, and she had just started a relationship with her ex. So, Ashlee overtook the role of Roxie during the London production of Chicago. And she held this spot for five weeks straight.

Then, in 2009, Ashlee signed on for another ten-week run, this time on Broadway. She nailed this assignment. And since she previously starred in The Ashlee Simpson Show, a reality television series about her life, Ashlee is our first reality TV star to appear on this list. And yes, she later starred in another short-lived docudrama, this time with her current husband, aptly titled Ashlee+Evan.

In 2013, Ashlee reprised her role as Roxie at the Hollywood Bowl.

Lisa Rinna

Lisa Rinna enjoys dancing, with or without clothing or recognizable rhythms. Therefore, it makes sense that, back in the day, this Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum also starred as Roxie on Broadway. But, unlike the other stars on this list, Lisa got to bring her man along for the ride.

In 2007, Lisa portrayed Roxie on Broadway. At her side, her husband, Harry Hamlin, played Billy Flynn, the lawyer who helps Roxie get acquitted of murder. Thanks to high ticket sales, their roles got extended at the Ambassador Theater by one extra week.

As Lisa described to Playbill during that period, “Being on Broadway is truly one of the most thrilling things I’ve done in my career. And to be starring in this great show with my husband has been a dream come true for both of us.”

Erika Jayne

Pat the Playbill, because up next is another RHOBH star turned Roxie cosplayer, Erika Jayne. Her limited 12-week run began in January 2020. But, towards the end of her stint, the COVID-19 pandemic entered the chat. And the proceeding shutdown cut her time short in NYC.

Erika felt bummed. As she penned, “Well, this is not the way I wanted to say goodbye to Roxie and my Chicago family, but I have no choice. THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart to everyone who came to the shows. I leave NYC feeling like my mission is incomplete, but I will treasure this time always.”

But luckily for her, this story still had another chapter in it. Earlier this year, Erika reprised her role as Roxie for a handful of weeks. On this, she likely gives many f*cks.

Pamela Anderson

When you hear the name Pamela Anderson, you likely recall her iconic roles on Baywatch and Home Improvement first. However, Pamela also has several reality TV stints under her belt. These currently-defunct series include Pamela’s Garden of Eden and Pam & Tommy, the latter of which involved her then-husband, Tommy Lee.

In 2022, Pamela added another role to her resume, courtesy of Roxie on Broadway. Here, she gave every crowd a solid Razzle Dazzle. All that jazz she threw out then resulted in numerous rounds of standing ovations.

This role felt tailor-made for Pamela, which she noted to Deadline. “There is a freedom, a unique joy in knowing it’s all about the work. Playing Roxie Hart is a sweet escape for me.” She further labeled this stint as “a dream fulfilled.”

Ariana Madix

When Ariana Madix lost her man on Vanderpump Rules, she ended up gaining the world, complete with several new booked gigs. Everyone loves a happy clap-back story. That is, unless you were one of her less-than-thrilled costars, unable to deal with the “god-like status” Ariana received.

Among these gigs was a shot on Broadway, which Ariana always had on her vision board. From January 29, 2024, to April 7, 2024, Ariana played the role of Roxie well. She packed out the theater, and then received an extension, followed by a return engagement later that same year in August.

Whitney Leavitt

Although Whitney Leavitt failed to win Dancing with the Stars Season 34, she managed to show the world what she can do. And now, Broadway is interested in this star. And to their calls, Whitney recently answered, YES. Her debut begins February 2, 2026, and ends on March 15, 2026.

As this Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star recently shared on TikTok, she feels “Grateful beyond words” to join the cast of Chicago. As she now prepares to take over the “iconic part of Roxie Hart,” we’re sure her new fans from DWTS are already running to their laptops, eager to buy a ticket to her upcoming shows on Broadway. And if all goes well, as it has for various other reality TV stars on this list, a reprisal will soon follow.

Ashlee+Evan, Vanderpump Rules, and Real Housewives of Beverly Hills are all streaming on Peacock. Meanwhile, Pamela’s Garden of Eden, Pam & Tommy, Dancing with the Stars, and The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives are all available to stream on Hulu.

TELL US – WHICH REALITY STAR SHOULD CHICAGO CAST NEXT?

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Whitney Leavitt is getting virtual applause from her Secret Lives of Mormon Wives co-stars and Dancing with the Stars pros and celebrities. The reality star announced her Broadway debut as she joins the cast of Chicago in New York City. Everyone was really happy for her and looking forward to seeing her on the cell block.

Whitney Leavitt will make her Broadway debut

Whitney made her Broadway debut announcement via a post on her social media. In the video, she’s sitting with her back to the camera on a chair, dressed in all black. The Chicago music is playing, and she’s doing iconic Bob Fosse snaps until she turns as the music crescendoed to smile at the camera.

“Grateful beyond words to ANNOUNCE that I will be joining @chicagomusical in the iconic role of Roxie Hart. See you in New York City!” she captioned the post. This is her next project after her run on DWTS Season 34. The official Chicago account commented, “Welcome to the Cell Block.”

Whitney and her partner, Mark Ballas, danced their hearts out but were eliminated during the semi-finals. One of their dances was the Argentine tango to “Cell Block Tango,” which definitely helped her get the role.

Fans and friends celebrated the great news. Several of her DWTS castmates left congratulatory comments, like Alan Bernsten, Lindsay Arnold, Emma Slater, Dylan Efron, Ezra Sosa, Sasha Farber, and more. DWTS runner-up Alix Earle wrote, “YESSSSSS! I’m so excited for you, I have chills.”

Her partner Mark wrote, “You’re gonna KILL it. And who said murder’s not an art?”

Her SLOMW castmates were also sending flowers in her comments. Dakota Mortensen, Chase McWhorter, Mikayla Matthew, and Layla Taylor left their congratulations and well wishes. Co-star Mayci Neeley wrote, “So incredible. I cannot wait to watch.”

“That’s my girl!” wrote SLOMW’s Demi Engemann.

Whitney won’t be the first reality star to take on the Roxie Hart mantle. Erika Jayne of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills also played the part in 2020 and 2025 as well as Vanderpump Rules alum Ariana Madix, who debuted as Roxie Hart in 2024.

Dancing with the Stars is available to stream on Disney+.

TELL US – DO YOU THINK WHITNEY WILL MAKE A GOOD ROXIE? WOULD YOU GO TO NEW YORK TO SEE HER?

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Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Whitney Leavitt has been showing off her dancing skills. During Season 34 of Dancing with the Stars, she scorched the ballroom floor with her partner, Mark Ballas. The duo was considered frontrunners to take home the Mirrorball trophy.

However, the couple was eliminated during the DWTS semi-finals. They turned in great performances during the Prince-themed night, but didn’t receive enough fan votes to cha-cha into the finale. Still, Whitney is coming out a huge winner because she just nabbed a role on Broadway.

Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Whitney Leavitt will make her Broadway debut

PEOPLE reported that Whitney is stepping into the role of Roxie Hart in the beloved musical, Chicago. She will debut in the show on February 2, 2026, at New York City’s The Ambassador Theatre. Her six-week stint will conclude on March 15, 2026.

This will be the mom of three’s first professional stage engagement. However, she and Mark did bring Chicago into the ballroom during their Argentine Tango. They danced to the iconic song Cell Block Tango from the musical.

And Whitney isn’t the first recent DWTS contestant to jump into Roxie’s shoes. Season 32 DWTS finalist Ariana Madix also took on the role and slayed. So, will Whitney do the same?

Meanwhile, it was a bit surprising that Whitney didn’t make it to the DWTS finale. However, given some of the controversy surrounding her, maybe it wasn’t. There was gossip that she and Mark were favored by some of the judges. Plus, Whitney grinned, then covered her face, when her SLOMW co-star, Jen Affleck, was eliminated. So, it wasn’t a good look.

Now, Whitney has a chance to realize her entertainment dreams and shine on Broadway. With her dance and performance ability, she may give Ariana a run for her money. And good news, tickets for Chicago are now on sale!

The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives is streaming on Hulu and Disney+.

TELL US – ARE YOU SURPRISED THAT WHITNEY IS GOING TO BE ROXIE IN CHICAGO? WILL SHE SHINE IN THE ROLE?

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It was a dream come true for Whitney Leavitt and Jen Affleck when they auditioned for Dancing with the Stars. Then, both of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives stars landed a spot in Season 34 of the show. While neither contestant made it to the DWTS finale, they did manage to spawn some feud rumors.

When Jen was sent home during Week 7, Whitney appeared to smile in the background before hastily covering her mouth. That didn’t sit well with some fans. In the end, Whitney and her partner, Mark Ballas, fell short of making the finale. They were eliminated during the semi-finals.

Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ Whitney Leavitt and Jen Affleck both competed on DWTS

Recently, Whitney and Mark opened up about their DWTS experience on the Call Her Daddy podcast. She explained that she had “no excitement whatsoever” about Jen being sent home. “I thought I was getting eliminated every Tuesday,” Whitney explained. “Every single Tuesday, I was like mentally preparing myself.” She added that in the moment captured on camera, she felt relieved that she wasn’t eliminated. However, she was upset that Jen was leaving.

During Season 3 of SLOMW, it was clear that the duo’s friendship was on thin ice before they hit the ballroom. “Jen understands what it’s like being in the public eye, being in the reality space,” Whitney stated. “Getting the hate – she’s experienced it.” In addition, both Whitney and Mark received hate-filled comments from online trolls during their DWTS stint.

Whitney continued, “It didn’t feel great that she fed into that, that she decided to go on a live and say, ‘Yeah, I’m not going to vote for her.’ I mean, she could have just said who she was voting for.” It remains to be seen if these once close friends will salvage their relationship.

Dancing with the Stars is available to stream on Disney+, while The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives is available to stream on Hulu and Disney+.

TELL US – WILL WHITNEY AND JEN REPAIR THEIR FRIENDSHIP? DID DWTS MAKE THEIR RELATIONSHIP WORSE?

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Dancing with the Stars fans were shocked when Season 34 contestant Whitney Leavitt was eliminated during the semi-finals. The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star and her partner, Mark Ballas, served up strong performances in the Prince-themed episode. However, the duo did not have enough fan votes to make it to the finale.

Whitney and Mark were frontrunners to take home the Mirrorball since the first week of performances. While Robert Irwin and Witney Carson were ultimately crowned the Season 34 Mirroball champs, it begs the question of why the tide turned against Whitney. Well, Mark and Whitney revealed that they experienced some disgusting online hate.

Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas faced backlash during Dancing with the Stars

Whitney was one of the most controversial contestants on DWTS this season. She was called out for having prior dance experience. In addition, Season 3 of SLOMW dropped ahead of the semi-finals. In the series, Whitney revealed that she only filmed that season so she could audition for DWTS. That didn’t sit well with some fans. Plus, it looked like Whitney smirked when her SLOMW co-star Jen Affleck and Jan Ravnik were given the ballroom boot. Add in a disastrous giveaway snafu, and Whitney and Mark’s popularity took a hit.

Recently, the dancing duo appeared on the Call Her Daddy podcast and shared some horrifying news. Whitney and Mark received a bunch of hateful messages from online trolls. Some viewers felt that the DWTS treated Whitney as a favorite.

Then, Mark took out his phone and shared one of the messages. “You’re completely worthless, and I hope you burn in hell one day,” he read. And Mark said he received even worse messages.

Dealing with the online hate was tough for Whitney, especially because Mark was also targeted. In addition, Mark also revealed that in past seasons, he never saw fans vote for every other couple to force another contest off the show.

Online hate is never okay. Period.

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